Senior Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory

Epirus • Lawton, OK

2d • $124,600 - $151,300 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an exciting role an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory to oversee our multi-client testing facility. In this role, you will develop and own technical lab operations from the ground up, mentor a small team of motivated test engineers, and serve as the primary engineering consultant for our aerospace, defense, and commercial clients. You will lead test execution for RF, Antenna Over-the-Air (OTA), and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing, helping clients troubleshoot failures in real time. The ideal candidate blends deep electromagnetic testing technical expertise with excellent project management and client-facing communication.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of experience (with B.S.) or 3-5 years of experience (with M.S.) in RF, Antenna OTA, or EMC Test.
• Solid theoretical understanding of RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC test and measurement principles.
• Highly proficient in using RF test and measurement equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), Spectrum Analyzers, High-Speed Oscilloscopes, Waveform & Signal Generators, Power Meters, AutoCal and SOLT Calibration.
• Solid understanding of aerospace and defense testing standards including MIL-STD-461 and DO-160.
• Experience developing automated test stands for various types of hardware.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and providing feedback aligned with the principles of radical candor.
• Experience with client-facing project management, particularly communicating changes to schedule and technical scope.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident (future security clearance may be required).

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a people manager – building teams, developing young talent, and defining team roadmaps.
• Experience certifying a laboratory to ISO/IEC 17025 and/or AS9100.
• Experience working in a multi-client or commercial test house environment.
• Deep knowledge of other defense and commercial testing standards including MIL-STD-810, CISPR, IEC 61000, and ISO (automotive EMC).
• Comfortable with object-orientated programming using Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own daily technical lab operations of two large anechoic chambers and associated RF test equipment.
• Act as the technical lead and mentor for a small team of motivated test engineers
• Serve as the primary liaison between Epirus and our aerospace, defense, and commercial clients throughout the testing lifecycle.
• Execute complex RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC measurements and tests to client statements of work and aerospace/defense standards.
• Develop automation scripts (Python, MATLAB) to optimize test time and streamline data collection.
• Provide active engineering support to clients to assist in troubleshooting failures and analyze data to produce compliance-ready test reports and certificates.
• Oversee lab scheduling and project prioritization to efficiently balance multiple client accounts.
• Interface regularly with the larger test engineering organization in Torrance, CA to further refine test methodology and measurement techniques.
• Manage the calibration and preventative maintenance schedules for all laboratory assets.

Benefits

• As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior